A nurse is evaluating an expected outcome for a patient that states heart rate will be less than 80 beats/min by 12/3. Which finding will alert the nurse that the goal has been met?
A) Heart rate 78 beats/min on 12/3
B) Heart rate 78 beats/min on 12/4
C) Heart rate 80 beats/min on 12/3
D) Heart rate 80 beats/min on 12/4

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Heart rate 78 beats/min on 12/3 indicates the goal has been met. Comparing expected and actual findings allows you to interpret and judge a patient's condition and whether predicted changes have occurred. Expected outcome states less than 80, not 80. The date is by 12/3, not 12/4.

A Nurse Is Evaluating an Expected Outcome for a Patient